Saturday, November 17, 2012

I am just a couple posts away from my 900th post. That's a lot of paint, a lot of old furniture, and a lot of projects around this house of ours. And a lot of projects that are still waiting to be conquered too! I am so thankful that you have all joined me in my adventures. That you have given your feedback and support. And most importantly, that you continue to come back again and again. Reminding me that this blogging world is so much more than the latest trends and hottest designers. It's about friends and chasing your dreams.

Speaking of chasing dreams, two lovely ladies I have had the privilege of discovering recently are doing just that. Lara and Sara are two super creative, beautiful ladies following theirs hearts and dreams together in Paris. Their passion and creativity came together to create ara.02, a line of french linen scarves with whimsical patterns.

{ aren't these girls lovely? }

I think I fell in love with each and every scarf, as well as every image from their site. Just lovely.

I felt extremely worldly and sophisticated as I opened my parcel from Paris. It's not every day I have something other than bills in the mail!

I am a scarf lover, but I will admit that I kind of suck at getting that perfect, haphazard look. But this scarf is so soft lightweight and airy that it was a cinch. And it has stayed that way the days and evenings I have worn it out. In short, I'm in love with this scarf!

Lara and Sara are excited to share a scarf with one lucky reader as well!

{ To Win }

all you have to do is head over to Ara.02 and pick a scarf that has your name written all over it, then leave a comment on this post before Monday, November 26 at 8pm Pacific time! I will announce the winner (to be chosen by random.org) later that week.

I love the Thelma scarf -- I have a scarf addiction too and this one is quite different from the usual styles I pick. Love it! And congrats on 900 posts (that's a lot of reading I've done as I've read every single one and enjoyed them all).

Long time follower of your blog but first time commenter from Wales,UK. What lovely style you have. These scarves are very 'you' and I would vet much like the Thelma scarf to be mine. Thanks. Looking forward to post 1000!

All the scarves are beautiful, but I would have to choose the Elia scarf. My husbands cousin, Elia P. Fonteccio was a gunnery sargent that was killed in Iraq in 2004. I would love to win this scarf and pass it along to his twin sister! I love reading your posts! Thanks for the fun!

Thank you so much for the opportunity to receive a scarf. The Elia scarf is my favorite and so beautiful. Congratulations too on your 900th post. I enjoy following you and reading your posts every time.

I love the Nora! What beautiful work! Congratulations on 900 posts. Your blog helped me *finally* find my style. In all my years of searching for my favorite color, who knew I was actually in love with white!

Although all the prints are fabulous, my favorite would be Thelma. Always look forward to receiving your blog posts in my email, congratulations on 900 posts.Thanks I know you put a lot of thought and time into your posts. cheers margo

Wow, so many posts, and I've enjoyed them all, thanks for sharing and posting, it is a gift! Thanks also to the ladies of ara.02 for their generosity. All the scarves are beautiful, and the Elia is calling my name!

Those really are super cute. It was hard to decide between the Nora and Thelma, but I think I'd take the Thelma too! How nice of Lara & Sara to offer such a sweet giveaway :)Also, congratulations on all these fun posts and the success you've had along the way!

PS- Can I jut say, I really appreciate that your giveaways are so nice & pleasant and don't make you do a million things or get too in depth with joining stuff & whatnot. Well, it's very cool. Thanks!